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April, 2009 - Brevard County doctors and a host of other good Samaritans teamed up to save the arm of a Haitian girl severely burned by cooking oil.

Four -year-old, Lensa Elmidor, arrived here this week. Before she was in the country 24 hours, she
had seen two doctors.

Burned when a pot of oil fell on her more than 15 months ago, the child lost use of her left hand,
which has withered. Her left arm is locked in a 90-degree angle.

The fear is that expanding scar tissue will choke off her arm like a tourniquet and require amputation.
In Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, that could mean death.

"It looks better than I expected under the wrap," said Michael Diaz, MD, a Melbourne plastic surgeon
who examined Lensa Thursday. "It looks clean, not infected. But it's obvious this burn is more than a
year old, and it's restricting her growth... Read more

May 01, 2009 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS' Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery expands its practice with the addition of plastic and reconstructive board-certified surgeon Michael Diaz, MD, whose expertise includes breast surgery For the past 12 years, or since its founding, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS has run and built the Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery in Brevard County as a solo practitioner performing exclusively facial plastic surgery. Read more

ARTICLES ABOUT ROSS A. CLEVENS, MD, FACS:

		VOTED BEST OF BREVARD You owe it to yourself to choose a surgeon who has dedicated his practice exclusively to facial plastic surgery. Trained at Yale, Harvard and Michigan Read more
		BBN Digest Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS' office introduces wrinkle-reducing procedure The Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery with offices in Melbourne, Suntree and Merritt Islad, is introducing GFX Technology, a longer-lasting alternative to Botox. Read more
		Health & Medicine Smooth Away Lines, Wrinkles with Radiance And Restylane Introducing Long Lasting Non-Surgical Soultions Read more
		BBN Business Cosmetic surgery the medical growth industry of the 1990s as baby-boomers give market big lift; Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS specializes in the face, Botox one of many pupluar procedures Read more
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RECENT NEWS ABOUT ROSS A. CLEVENS, MD, FACS:

April, 2009 - Brevard County doctors and a host of other good Samaritans teamed up to save the arm of a Haitian girl severely burned by cooking oil.

Four -year-old, Lensa Elmidor, arrived here this week. Before she was in the country 24 hours, she
had seen two doctors.

Burned when a pot of oil fell on her more than 15 months ago, the child lost use of her left hand,
which has withered. Her left arm is locked in a 90-degree angle.

The fear is that expanding scar tissue will choke off her arm like a tourniquet and require amputation.
In Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, that could mean death.

"It looks better than I expected under the wrap," said Michael Diaz, MD, a Melbourne plastic surgeon
who examined Lensa Thursday. "It looks clean, not infected. But it's obvious this burn is more than a
year old, and it's restricting her growth... Read more

March, 2009 - Get Longer, Thicker, More Beautiful Lashes in 4 Weeks! - Get ready for the new innovation in lashes. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS and the staff of The Clevens Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery are excited to announce the launch of Lattise! LATISSET is the first and only prescription treatment approved by the FDA for inadequate or not having enough eyelashes, growing them longer, fuller and darker. LATISSET makes lash growth possible because of its patented active ingredient. Clinically proven results you can see over time. LATISSET is easy to use, FDA approved and effective. It's a once-a-day treatment you apply topically to the base of your upper eyelashes. Patients in a clinical trial saw results gradually over time (starting at 4 weeks with full results after 16 weeks). It's an innovation backed by research. While LATISSET is a new treatment in eyelash growth, it was developed through years of research by Allergan, a pharmaceutical leader with over 60 years of expertise in prescription eye care products.

February, 2009 - The Clevens Center introduces Obaji System - The Clevens Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery is pleased to announce the addition of Obagi Skin Care to the skin care lines we offer. Obagi is one of the most recognized names globally in skin health care and the preferred choice of Physicians around the world for prescription-strength product lines that transform skin. The Obagi Nu-Derm System, a physician-prescribed skin care system, ... Read more

January, 2009 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS appointed to faculty of UCF School of Medicine - The University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Medicine recently appointed Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS, to its Volunteer Faculty. As a faculty member, Clevens will present lectures, lead small groups, serve as preceptor, instruct students in clerkships, advise and mentor students.

"Our community has shown tremendous support for the College of Medicine and I'm confident the community will strive to build a medical school that will be a model for 21st century medical education," said UCF College of Medicine Dean Deborah C. German, MD.

December, 2008 - Skilled Nurse Practitioner Joins Clevens-Diaz Team - The Clevens Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery and Diaz Breast and Body Cosmetic Surgery is pleased to add Gwen Simpkins, ARNP to our highly experienced and credentialed skin care team. Gwen is an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner and Injectable Specialist with over 12 years of experience. Gwen graduated from UCF and was a member of the top honor society Sigma Theta Tan International. Gwen is excited to join Clevens Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery and looks forward to meeting you. Along with many different laser treatments, Gwen specializes BOTOX and injectable fillers including Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, Radiesse, and Evolence.

Come in today for your complimentary consultation with Gwen and see how fillers can enhance your natural beauty.

November, 2008 - Are you ready for Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS to help you look as young as you feel with Evolence?

What is EVOLENCE®?
EVOLENCE® dermal filler represents a breakthrough in treating the effects of aging by replacing the collagen you've lost with collagen that lasts. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is one of the first physicians to become fully trained and uniquely qualified with this truly novel dermal filler, EVOLENCE® can immediately improve and refresh your appearance by smoothing out and softening unwanted wrinkles and folds, and restoring structure and facial contour in volume-depleted areas. The visible, natural-looking results are achieved immediately, with minimal-to-no downtime, so you can get right back to your daily activities. These immediate results last for at least 6-12 months, so you can avoid the costly repeat treatments often associated with other fillers.

September 15th, 2008 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS Selected again as “One of Top Doctors in America” - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was recently selected to the coveted list of “One of America's Top Doctors” and “America's Top Cosmetic Doctors” by Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd of New York. Castle Connolly principals and its publications of America's Top Doctors have been recognized by major American media including “Good Morning America” (ABC-TV), “20/20” (ABC-TV), “48 Hours” (CBS-TV), Fox Cable News (national), “Morning News” (CNN) and “Weekend Today in New York” (WNBC-TV)... Read more

		As seen in Spacecoast Business Magazine August 2008 Tattoos that may once have represented a special moment or relationship can later become a source of embarrassment and hamper social relationships or progress at work. Removing and modifying tattoos is now a clinically proven reality and the Spectra VRM system is capable of handling an enormous range of amateur, professional, cosmetic and traumatic tattoos with little patient discomfort and exceptionally positive results. Read more
		April 6-9, 2008- San Francisco, CA. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is co-chairing and serving as faculty for The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgerys Rejuvenation of the Aging Face. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS will be presenting on various topics including advanced facelift techniques and avoiding complications to fellow facial plastic surgeons, ophthalmic plastic surgeons and dermatologists.
		January 18-22, 2008- Vail, Colorado. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS served as a faculty member and instructor for The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgerys Winter Symposium on the latest advances of Facial Plastic Surgery. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS spoke extensively to fellow facial plastic surgeons and ophthalmic plastic surgeons about the Minimal Incision Necklift. This discussion focused on performing the popular necklift procedure while maintaining patients skin integrity by creating barely visible incisions. Read more

January 2008 - New Year, new you?- Many people take this time in the New Year to make heartfelt resolutions by committing to positive changes in their lives, including one's appearance. A new year, a new me, people begin to ponder the possibilities. Some people desire to change their hair color or decrease their waist size, while others undergo facial plastic surgery to correct a flaw or enhance their beauty. Like many others you may have considered having facial plastic surgery. Is this the year that you will commit to a change in your appearance?... Read more

A word about patient safety from Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS and The Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery

All they want for Christmas is Botox
Botox season has arrived at some plastic surgeons' offices, where patients are hurrying to refurbish their faces just in time for the holidays.

Herbal medicines and surgical outcomes

October 2007- The Educational and Research Foundation for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS Foundation) has invited Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS MD, FACS to serve as committee member for the Aging Face (Mid & Lower) Sub-Committee of the Tenth International Symposium for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. As part of this Sub-Committee, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS will be responsible for identifying speakers and developing programming to include the plenary session and the focused learning opportunities for current facial plastic and reconstructive topics.

Sept 2007- Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS, was recently elected to Chief of Staff at Wuesthoff Medical Center, Melbourne. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS, elected by his fellow physicians to the position of President of the Medical Staff and Chief of Staff, will oversee and monitor comprehensive healthcare initiatives that improve and drive high quality of care, patient safety and evidence based medicine practices. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS has been recognized as an effective academic leader;one who brings innovation and transformational leadership abilities to Wuesthoff Medical Center, Melbourne. He has previously served in the positions of: Chief of Surgery, Treasurer of the Medical Staff and Secretary of the Medical Staff.

2007 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS has been asked by The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to be faculty for the Soft Tissue Filler course in Boca Raton, FL this December. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS will provide expert training to other Facial Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologic, and Oculoplastic Surgeons in the advanced skill and art of facial rejuvenation with Botox and soft tissue fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm, and Radiesse.

2007 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was again appointed Co-Director of the Rejuvenation of the Aging Face course to be held in San Francisco by the American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery. This international educational course for physicians features renowned speakers from facial plastic surgery, dermatology and oculoplastic surgery focusing on the latest techniques in facial and eyelid cosmetic surgery. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was also Co-Director of the 2006 Course.

2007 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was asked to participate as a faculty member in the 2007 Boca Raton Soft Tissue Fillers Course. In this national instructional course for physicians, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS will highlight his experience with Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Sculptra and Botox.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is a member of the Medical Education Faculty for Radiesse. This select group of less than one hundred physicians nationwide is comprised of the most experienced and knowledgeable practitioners in the use of Radiesse. The Radiesse Medical Education Faculty is responsible for training other physicians in the proper use of Radiesse.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is an National Educator for Sculptra. Selected as one of the most skilled physicians in the latest techniques related to the use of Sculptra, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is the lead trainer for other physicians in Central Florida.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was invited to participate as a faculty member in the 2006 and
2007 Newport Beach, California Symposium on "The Latest Trends in Facial Plastic Surgery". In this meeting, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS lectured to his fellow surgeons on his experience on Necklift, Skin Resurfacing, Eyelid and Nasal Surgery.

2007 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was recently invited to participate as the lead facial plastic surgeon in a Web-based instructional seminar on Portrait Skin Resurfacing. As one of the nation's most experienced surgeons performing Rhytec Portrait Skin Regeneration, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS co-moderated this seminar focusing skin resurfacing.

Mar 20, 2007 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS Melbourne FL - Your Face is Special... At the Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS specializes in facial plastic surgery rather than in general plastic surgery. Because of this specialization, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is uniquely qualified to address your individual facial aesthetic concerns and to provide you with the most advanced techniques in facial plastic surgery.

In 2006, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was honored to produce an instructional surgical video DVD in which he demonstrated Techniques for Rejuventation of the Lips, Enhancement and Augmentation of the Lips as well as Advanced Techniques in the cosmetic use of Botox. Each year the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery selects only 3-4 surgeons from throughout the nation to produce such a teaching video.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was invited to Toronto to the 2006 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery where he shared his extensive experience with Portrait Skin Resurfacing, Lip Enhancement Surgery and the Laser-Assisted Weekend Facelift.

Doctor erases scars of domestic violence
In his years as a volunteer for the Face to Face Domestic Violence Project, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS has seen how physical scars can deepen the emotional scars. As part of the project, the Melbourne plastic surgeon on staff at Wuesthoff Medical Center-Melbourne mends the physical damage of rage.

Rejuvenating the Aging Perioral Complex Region

Making the right choice for Healthy, Beautiful Skin   (new)

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS Enhances Aesthetic Services, Welcomes New Aestheticians

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS: Noted Educator, Author and Innovator

Facial Changes with Rhinoplasty

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS Voted Best of Brevard

Fast Track to Your Best Look: The 'Weekend' Necklift

Subtle Changes Achieved through Rhinoplasty

2002-2008. Melbourne, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is voted "Brevard's Best Facial Cosmetic Surgeon" by the readers of Gannett's Florida Today newspaper.

October, 2006. Q & A With Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS About New Improvements In Skin Care Technology - Why Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS Feels Portrait Plasma is the Next Generation in Skin Care

August, 2006 Plasma versus CO2: decision rests with patients - In choosing between laser and plasma skin resurfacing for the perioral region, an expert says the key is matching the treatment modality to the patient's desired outcome and tolerance for downtime and risks.

June, 2006. Rhytec Press Release - Portrait® Is Raising the Bar to Treat Photodamage - Including Pre-Cancerous Lesions.

April, 2004. San Diego, Calif. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is invited to serve as a faculty member and instructor for the "Facial Rejuvenation 2004" course offered by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Nearly 250 surgeons from throughout America attend the course to learn the latest techniques in facelift, forehead lift and eyelid surgery. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS shared his experience with Platelet gel to speed healing after facelift and laser skin resurfacing in lectures to the attendees.

2006-2008. Miami, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is selected as one of the nation's "100 Most Experienced Botox Physicians."

2002-2008. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is voted "One of America's Top Doctors" by the Castle-Connoly guide to America's Top Doctors.

November, 2003. Orlando, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is elected President of the Florida Society of Facial Plastic Surgeons

September, 2003. Orlando, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is invited to participate as a lecturer at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Attended by hundreds of physicians nationwide, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS presented his experience with Platelet Gel to Speed Healing After Facial Cosmetic Surgery.

September, 2003. Orlando, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is appointed Chairman of the Socioeconomic Committee of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

May, 2002. New York, NY. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is invited to participate as a lecturer and moderator at the 8th International Symposium in Facial Plastic Surgery. Attended by hundreds of physicians worldwide, this symposium is held once every four years. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS presented his experience in Endoscopic Browlift Techniques, Platelet Gel to Speed Healing After Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Permanent Make-up in Facial Plastic Surgery and the Concept of a Medical Spa.

January, 2002. Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS addresses over 500 physician colleagues at the national annual meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS highlights his extensive experience with the "Laser-assisted 'Weekend' Facelift" and other innovative techniques in small incision necklifting.

January, 2002. Melbourne, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is the lead facial plastic surgeon at the second Florida Platelet Gel Symposium, a formal three-day education program focused on the development platelet rich plasma. Platelet gel significantly reduces bruising and speeds healing after facial surgery.

October, 2001. New Orleans, LA. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is invited to lecture to his colleagues at the national facial rejuvenation symposium sponsored by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Highly regarded by his peers as an expert in the use of platelet gel to speed healing after cosmetic surgery and in 'small' incision necklifting, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS shares his expertise with other facial cosmetic surgeons.

October, 2001. Melbourne, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is the lead facial plastic surgeon in the first Florida Platelet Gel Symposium, a formal three-day education program focused on the development platelet rich plasma. Platelet gel significantly reduces bruising and speeds healing after facial surgery.

November, 2000. Orlando, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is appointed as legislative liaison for the Florida Society of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In this capacity, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is responsible for representing the Society in government and legislative issues relating to the practice of facial plastic surgery.

September, 2000. Washington, DC. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS serves as guest faculty for an extensive course on techniques in facial rejuvenation held at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS speaks on advanced techniques in facelifting with particular attention to cheek and midface lifting.

2000-Present. Melbourne, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is appointed to the Credentials Committee of Holmes Regional Medical Center by the President of the Medical Staff. This important leadership executive committee supervises the credentialing of physicians at the 500 bed HealthFirst Melbourne hospital.

January, 2000. Orlando, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS presents his experience with Small-Incision Necklifting and the Laser Assisted 'Weekend' Necklift to colleagues attending the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

January, 2000. Orlando, FL. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS participates on an expert panel at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery discussing his experience with both surgical and non-surgical techniques in facial rejuvenation including Botox for facial lines and wrinkles, liposuction of the face, chin and neck as well as the 'Weekend' Necklift.

September, 1999. New Orleans, LA. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS presents his experience with the "Laser Assisted 'Weekend' Necklift" to his peers at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. A pioneer in this technique, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is the first to present his experience with this novel technique at the Academy.

1997-Present. Washington, DC. For the past four years, Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS has been selected by his peers at the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to serve on the prestigious panel that develops the annual examination for board certification in facial plastic surgery.